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Lot 90: A Mughal Carved Bone Dagger Handle with Lion-Head...

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This auction ended on 25 March 2026.

Start price: £200

Estimated price: £250 - £300

Buyer's Premium: 22%

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A Mughal Carved Bone Dagger Handle with Lion-Head Terminal.
The handle is carved from pale bone and formed as a tall, tapering shaft surmounted by a finely modelled lion’s head with an open mouth. The mane is rendered in layered, leaf-like locks encircling the head, creating a strong sculptural contrast with the smooth cylindrical grip below. The surface shows natural tonal variations in honey and ivory hues, with darker streaking and grain visible throughout.
L: Approximately 13.5cm